Would you struggle to pay for a major car repair or cover your deductible on a homeowners insurance claim? If so, you’re not alone. An estimated 42% of Americans don’t have an emergency fund, and 40% couldn’t cover a $1,000 emergency expense with cash or savings.* But in a time of economic uncertainty and rising prices, how can you find enough money to create the savings you need? It is possible, even if you start small. Use these six strategies to boost your savings and crea

When it comes to major purchases, it’s tempting to try to time the market perfectly. Sometimes that’s easy, like waiting until Black Friday to buy a TV, or stocking up on Christmas decorations in January. But what about buying a house?

If you’re feeling squeezed by rising homeowners insurance costs, you’re not alone. The average property insurance premium has gone up 61% over the last five years,* and that can take a bite out of your budget. According to the ICE Mortgage Monitor report, property insurance costs continue to be the fastest-growing subcomponent of monthly home payments compared with principal, interest, and property taxes.

You know how much money you have in your bank account, but do you know much you have in your house? (And we don’t mean the coins stuck in th